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WorksheetsWorkplace safety
Total questions: 40
Worksheet time: 20mins
Which of the following best describes the signage shown?
The place to gather during an emergency
Assembly point every morning
Place for emergency vehicles to park
Which of the following best describes the signage shown?
Count the number of steps you take
Look ahead while walking
Be careful while walking
Which of the following best describes the signage shown above?
The area is protected by police
You will be stopped if you try to enter
Only authorised people are allowed to enter
Which of the following are hazards shown in the picture?
Woman standing on a chair
Man throwing a stapler
Stressed worker
Coffee spillage
How can you prevent injuries at the workplace shown above?
Throw the stapler higher to prevent it from hitting someone
Use a ladder instead of a chair when arranging books in cabinet
Pour water over the coffee spillage to prevent slipping
Why is it important to follow safety regulations?
To prevent injuries
To get more salary
To be promoted
What are the responsibilities of young workers at work?
To follow the rules and regulations of the workplace
To use safety measures such as protective clothing and equipment when required
All of these
To have knowledge of how to react during an emergency and report to the supervisor in case of emergency
What is the responsibility of employers towards their young employees’ safety?
Provide training in a language that the majority of the workforce understands
Ask workers to buy protective equipment as needed
Allow young workers to work as much as they can to gain more knowledge on the job
Young workers can exercise workplace safety rights and file a confidential complaint with OSHA if they find the environment hazardous, and the employer neglects safety and OSHA standards.
False
True
Emergency Action Plans include
Training and drills
Shelters and evacuation
Emergency lights
All of these
The three main ways to reduce or remove hazards at work are
PPE, remove the hazard, good work policies
PPE, good work policies, good training
PPE, good training, good shoes
PPE, remove the hazard, good shoes
What are the different kinds of workplace hazards?
Safety, Biological, Chemical, Other Health Hazards
PPE, good policies, good shoes
SDS, OSHA, PPE, CDC
Safety, Bacterial, Chemistry, Other Healthy Hazards
Which of the following should you ALWAYS do when lifting?
Lift with your legs
Twist when lifting
Lift by reaching far in front of you
Ensure that your back is straight
PPE stands for...
Priority Personal Equipment
Personal Priority Equipment
Personal Protective Equipment
Protective Personal Equipment
Training regarding personal protective equipment should be provided by...
The government
The employer
The worker
Training is optional
If an employer asks you to take safety training, are you obligated to do it?
Yes, it is required for my own and the safety of my coworkers.
No, I am not.
Only if it happens during work hours.
What are the different types of hazards?
other
biological
physical
chemical
Noise, vibration, light, energy, and
extreme heat or cold all belong to what type of hazard?
Chemical
Physical
Biological
Which of the following routes of entry is most common?
absorption
ingestion
injection
inhalation
Which is the most effective way to control a hazard in a workplace?
elimination of the hazard
engineering controls
administrative controls
personal protective equipment
To prevent workplace accidents, which of the follow are important?
everyone needs to work together to identify possible hazards
safety must become a priority for everyone.
you should take risks.
Which age group is injured at work most often?
Very old workers
Younger workers
Age doesn’t matter
The most common types of workplace accidents are
machine malfunctions
Slips, trips, and falls
Water
Common causes of accidents at work are, which of the following?
laziness and not following safety rules.
being distracted or tired.
following the safety rules
Regardless of age, accidents at work can occur to anyone, therefore safety must become
fun for everyone
a priority in the workplace for everyone.
secondary to customer service.
.____________ Most work related accidents are NOT predictable and preventable events.
True
False
Who has responsibility for health and safety at your place of work?
Employers, employees and sub-contractors
Everyone at your place of work no matter who employs them
The client and main contractor only
My job doesn't involve physical tasks, so I don't have any risks of getting hurt. Is this statement correct?
Yes
No
No, unless I do something wrong.
Controlling measures for safety at a workplace is the same as precautions for personal safety.
Yes, they are both important.
Yes, they are both preventative measures.
No, they are assessing risks.
It refers to the office, premises or worksite where a worker is temporary or habitually assigned.
Work Area
Work Ground
Work Place
Work Station
It is the situation that could be dangerous to people in the workplace.
Hazard
Microorganism
Risk
Contaminant
Inadequate and insufficient machine guards,
unsafe workplace conditions, unsafe work practices belong to what kind of hazard?
Biological
Chemical
Ergonomic
Safety
95% of all work related accidents are caused by human error.
True
False
A healthy work environment include all except....
Smoke-free environment
Noisy
Remove obstacles/tripping
Prevent visual distractions
Check these items when you sit down to work:
Is the top of the screen at eye level?
Is the display sharp and steady?
Is your view glare and reflection free
Are your wrists straight as you type?
Are your feet flat on the floor
what is a risk?
Something that has the potential to cause harm
The possibility that harm may occur after being exposed to a hazard
The chance that you will hurt yourself
What HAZARD do safety glasses protect you from?
Small pieces of airborne particles
The sun
Chemical fumes
What is the primary (main) purpose of the Health and SAfety at Work Act (HSWA)?
To make sure employees are fairly paid
To provide a framework to protect the health & safety of workers
To encourage employees to be more responsible
Who must comply with OSHA?
Only teachers and doctors.
Everyone who works at a job that requires health and safety.
Which of the following is an example of being safe at work?
Always smile while at work.
Wearing oven gloves when removing hot plates.
Greeting your boss everyday.
